What is the cheapest way to get from Palmerston North to Papakura?

The cheapest way to get from Palmerston North to Papakura is to bus which costs $21 - $95 and takes 9h 9m.

What is the fastest way to get from Palmerston North to Papakura?

The fastest way to get from Palmerston North to Papakura is to fly and train which takes 2h 30m and costs $430 - $900.

Is there a direct bus between Palmerston North and Papakura?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Palmerston North and arriving at Papakura. Services depart five times a week, and operate Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 9h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Palmerston North and Papakura?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Palmerston North and arriving at Papakura. Services depart three times a week, and operate Wednesday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 7h 55m.

How far is it from Palmerston North to Papakura?

The distance between Palmerston North and Papakura is 403 km. The road distance is 481.9 km.

How do I travel from Palmerston North to Papakura without a car?

The best way to get from Palmerston North to Papakura without a car is to train which takes 7h 55m and costs $200 - $250.

How long does it take to get from Palmerston North to Papakura?

It takes approximately 2h 30m to get from Palmerston North to Papakura, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Palmerston North to Papakura bus from?

Palmerston North to Papakura bus services, operated by InterCity, depart from Palmerston North station.

Where do I catch the Palmerston North to Papakura train from?

Palmerston North to Papakura train services, operated by KiwiRail - Northern Explorer, depart from Palmerston North station.

Train or bus from Palmerston North to Papakura?

The best way to get from Palmerston North to Papakura is to train which takes 7h 55m and costs $200 - $250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $21 - $95 and takes 9h 9m.

Where does the Palmerston North to Papakura bus arrive?

Palmerston North to Papakura bus services, operated by InterCity, arrive at Papakura station.

Where does the Palmerston North to Papakura train arrive?

Palmerston North to Papakura train services, operated by KiwiRail - Northern Explorer, arrive at Papakura station.

Can I drive from Palmerston North to Papakura?

Yes, the driving distance between Palmerston North to Papakura is 482 km. It takes approximately 5h 25m to drive from Palmerston North to Papakura.

Where can I stay near Papakura?

There are 100+ hotels available in Papakura.

Palmerston North to Papakura - 4 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Palmerston North to Papakura by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly, train
best
1. Fly from Palmerston (PMR) to Auckland (AKL)plane PMR - AKL
2. Take the train from Puhinui Train Station 2 to Papakura Train Station 1train
2h 30m
$433–876
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Palmerston North to Papakurabus Auckland - Central - Palmerston North
9h 9m
$21–95
Train
1. Take the train from Palmerston North to Papakuratrain Northern Explorer
7h 55m
$200–250
Drive 481.9 km
1. Drive from Palmerston North to Papakuracar 481.9 km
5h 25m
$141–204

Palmerston North to Papakura by train

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7h 55mAverage Duration

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Distance: 403.4 km
Duration: 2h 30m

What companies run services between Palmerston North, New Zealand and Papakura, Auckland, New Zealand?

KiwiRail - Northern Explorer operates a train from Palmerston North to Papakura 3 times a week. Tickets cost $200–250 and the journey takes 7h 55m. Alternatively, InterCity operates a bus from Palmerston North to Papakura 5 times a week. Tickets cost $21–95 and the journey takes 9h 9m.

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